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Lot #3892

Lot 3891: Two Contemporary Flintlock Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Lot 3891: Two Contemporary Flintlock Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2019

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,000
Price Realized:
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A) Engraved and Silver Inlaid P.W. & M.E. Cravener Flintlock Pistol with Holster

Manufacturer: American
Model: Flintlock
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 54
Barrel: 10 inch octagon
Finish: brown/brass/coin
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2707
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 297
Class: Antique
Description:

Engraving at the barrel and breech with silver inlaid stock and bestial face butt cap. Marked "P.W. & M.E. Cravener" on the top barrel flat. Includes a leather holster.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retaining 98% original brown and about half of the silver in the barrel bands. The side plate is cracked but overall the wood is very good. Mechanically excellent. The holster is very good.



B) L. Day Swivel Breech Flintlock Pistol

Manufacturer: Day, L
Model: Swivel
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 52
Barrel: 7 inch octagon
Finish: brown
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 2707
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 297
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured by the acclaimed gunsmith Leonard Day. Light engraving on the trigger guard and a grotesque mask butt cap. "L. DAY" on the lockplate.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% original brown finish, with minor handling/use evidence. Mechanically excellent.



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